1994 Ford Contour vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 13 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1994 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Contour.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Contour | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Contour | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3510 mm |
