2011 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2011 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 408 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondeo | 408 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
