1997 Ford Contour vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 2 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Honda Civic (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Contour | Civic |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 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 | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |