2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 51 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605.
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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 605 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
