2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 466 kg more than 2010 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pathfinder | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
