2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 6 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | NP300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |