1995 Ford Contour vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Contour would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1995 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Contour | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Contour | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
