1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 217 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
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, both vehicles can yield 136 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 406 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
