2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 231 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 207 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
