2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |
