2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. 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 Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra 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 Micra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Micra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 46 L |