1994 Ford Contour vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Contour weights approximately 402 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Contour | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Contour | CR-V |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 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 | 1242 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |