1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 2 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour.
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, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Voyager | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | Contour |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |
