1993 Ford Contour vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 20 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1176 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 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 2013 Dodge DURANGO. 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Contour | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3042 mm |
