2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2007 Ford Mondeo and 2007 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 56 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
