2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 406. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 406.
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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (164 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
