2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 400 kg more than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Rasheen |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |