2012 Nissan NV vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2012 Nissan NV and 2012 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1059 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan NV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan NV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan NV | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | NV | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2635 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6111 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2131 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3711 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |