1993 Ford Contour vs. 2007 Hyundai H100
To start off, 2007 Hyundai H100 is newer by 14 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 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour.
Because 2007 Hyundai H100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Hyundai H100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai H100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2007 Hyundai H100 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Contour | H100 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
