1993 Ford Contour vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
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 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Contour | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2735 mm |
