1997 Ford Contour vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 807 (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1997 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, 2005 Peugeot 807 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Contour | 807 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
