2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 8 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 41 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 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 2012 Nissan NP300. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
