1999 Ford Contour vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 307 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour 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 82 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 307. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 132 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 307. 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, 2004 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Contour | 307 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
