2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 182 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest.
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 Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Quest |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 76 L |
