1992 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Feroza would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 188 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | 1993 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Feroza | Contour |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
