1993 Ford Contour vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 13 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 60 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 677 kg more than 1993 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 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Contour | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
