2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 699 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Patrol | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
