1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 605 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
