2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 527 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 206. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1122 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1437 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
