1997 Ford Contour vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 1997 Ford Contour (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Contour | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
