1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 108 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Ford Contour | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Contour |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5625 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 56 L |