2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1996 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti J30. (211 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1996 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Mondeo | J30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
