2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 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 (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 314 kg more than 2005 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 (274 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
