2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 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 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Patrol |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 135 L |