1997 Ford Contour vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 10 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Contour | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
