2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 174 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |
