1997 Ford Contour vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 14 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 60 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 37 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Contour | Sentra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1353 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |