1996 Ford Contour vs. 2010 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 14 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, 2010 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 263 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Contour | 2010 Brilliance BS4 | |
Make | Ford | Brilliance |
Model | Contour | BS4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |