1998 Ford Contour vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
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, 2007 Peugeot 207 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Contour | 207 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
