2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Because 1993 Nissan Serena 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 1993 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Serena |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |