2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena would be higher. Both 2006 Ford Mondeo and 1993 Nissan Serena are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 28 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Serena |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
