2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 46 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 605. 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 605. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 605 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
