2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 61 kg more than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Because 2009 Nissan Rogue 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, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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, 2009 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Rogue |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |