2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 605 would be higher. Both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 1998 Peugeot 605 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 44 kg more than 1998 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605. 1998 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 605 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
