2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 893 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 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |