1994 Ford Contour vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Saturn SC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Contour weights approximately 172 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Contour | 2002 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Contour | SC |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
