1997 Ford Versailles vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, both 1997 Ford Versailles and 1997 Ford Contour were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Versailles.
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 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Versailles | 1997 Ford Contour | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Versailles | Contour |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |