2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Infiniti FX
To start off, both 2004 Ford Mondeo and 2004 Infiniti FX were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 362 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Infiniti FX 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 2004 Infiniti FX. 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 Infiniti FX (366 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (360 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Mondeo | FX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
