2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Presea. (143 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 328 kg more than 1995 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Presea. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1995 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Presea |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 178 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
