2010 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2010 Nissan Altima and 2010 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Altima | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Altima | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1437 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4595 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |