1999 Ford Contour vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 317 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306. 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, 1999 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Contour | 306 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
