2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 401 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |