1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 406 is newer by 4 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), 2000 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1996 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, 2000 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mondeo | 406 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
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 | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |