2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 76 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |