2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
