2004 Nissan Maxima 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 Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 21 kg more than 2004 Nissan Maxima.
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 Nissan Maxima (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Maxima | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Maxima | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |