2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Stagea. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 48 kg more than 2000 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Stagea 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 2000 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Stagea. 2000 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Stagea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
