1997 Ford Contour vs. 1997 Renault Clio
To start off, both 1997 Ford Contour and 1997 Renault Clio were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 387 kg more than 1997 Renault Clio. 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, 1997 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Clio. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 1997 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Contour | Clio |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 64.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |