2010 Ford Mondeo vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 590 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206. 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Mondeo | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 206 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
