2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 113 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 84 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407.
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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 407 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
