2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 400 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 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 Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Quest | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Quest | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |