2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Peugeot 607
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 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 28 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 607.
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 (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 607. (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 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 607 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
