1994 Ford Contour vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour. 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Contour | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Contour | 407 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
