1993 Ford Contour vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 18 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 46 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 202 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Contour | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
