1993 Ford Contour vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 17 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1413 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 2010 GMC Savana 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 2010 GMC Savana. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Contour | Savana |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 2726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3429 mm |
