2010 Peugeot 408 vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 11 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 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 18 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408. 1999 Ford Contour has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 408 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Contour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Peugeot 408 | 1999 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 408 | Contour |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1815 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
