1997 Ford Contour vs. 2008 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 11 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 30 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 2008 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Contour | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |