1997 Ford Contour vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 227 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Contour | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2604 mm |