1996 Ford Contour vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 269 kg more than 1996 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Contour | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Contour | Sportage |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |