2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
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 (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
