2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (144 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 2012 Peugeot 5008 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 5008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2735 mm |
