1996 Ford Contour vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Contour weights approximately 362 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Morgan 44 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 2006 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Contour | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Contour | 44 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
