1993 Ford Contour vs. 2004 Opel Trixx
To start off, 2004 Opel Trixx 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 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 99 more horse power than 2004 Opel Trixx. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Trixx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 463 kg more than 2004 Opel Trixx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Trixx. (173 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Trixx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2004 Opel Trixx | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Contour | Trixx |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1950 mm |
