2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 7 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube.
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 (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Cube |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |