1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 607 is newer by 16 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), 2009 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 445 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, 2009 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 607 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
