2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 113 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 110 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
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 (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
