2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 166 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.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1364 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
