2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 567 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106. 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 106 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
