2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 27 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |