1999 Ford Contour vs. 1999 Peugeot 106
To start off, both 1999 Ford Contour and 1999 Peugeot 106 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 442 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 106. 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 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 1999 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Contour | 106 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |