1993 Ford Contour vs. 2004 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Titan 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, 2004 Nissan Titan 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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2004 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Contour | Titan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
