1998 Ford Contour vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 593 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Contour | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
