2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 168 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera.
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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
