2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2005 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 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 (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |