1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 467 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 407 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
