1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 306 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 172 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306.
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, 1997 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mondeo | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mondeo | 306 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |