2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 607 (205 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Peugeot 607 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo. 2006 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 607 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
