1997 Ford Contour vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 4 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 565 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
Because 2001 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 2001 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Contour | Safari |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |