2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mondeo | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
