1994 Ford Contour vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1994 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 344 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour. 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Contour | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Contour | Pilot |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |