2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 462 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Frontier | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Frontier | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 190 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 59 L |