1997 Ford Contour vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 13 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 42 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Compass.
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, 1997 Ford Contour (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Contour | Compass |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
