1993 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 393 kg more than 1998 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, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chrysler Town & Country | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Contour |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6625 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5625 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |