1996 Ford Contour vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 294 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, 2010 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Contour | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Contour | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2619 mm |
