2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 607 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
