1997 Ford Contour vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 16 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 291 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2013 Infiniti G (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Contour | G |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |