2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2005 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 206 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (334 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1252 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
