1997 Ford Windstar vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, both 1997 Ford Windstar 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Windstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Ford Windstar. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Windstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Windstar weights approximately 300 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Windstar | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Windstar | Contour |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
