2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 8 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo. 2011 Peugeot 3008 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. 2011 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2613 mm |
