2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo 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 13 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
