2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 429 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 206 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
