2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 104 kg more than 2003 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |