2000 Ford Contour vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 406 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2000 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, 2002 Peugeot 406 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 2002 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Contour | 406 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |