1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 940 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour. 1998 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Ford Contour | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Contour |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5625 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |