1997 Ford Contour vs. 2006 Ford Ranger

To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 325 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.

Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Ford Contour 2006 Ford Ranger
Make Ford Ford
Model Contour Ranger
Year Released 1997 2006
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2544 cc 2983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 231 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 5625 RPM 3950 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 64 L


 

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