2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 259 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2. 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, 1997 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Contour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
