1997 Ford Contour vs. 2010 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2010 Mazda B2300 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 57 more horse power than 2010 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 430 kg more than 2010 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 2010 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Contour | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
