2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 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 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Maxima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |