1998 Ford Contour vs. 2001 Honda Stream
To start off, 2001 Honda Stream is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Stream weights approximately 68 kg more than 1998 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Stream. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 2001 Honda Stream | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Contour | Stream |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |