2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 492 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, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
