1998 Ford Contour vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 4 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 571 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 2002 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Contour | Insight |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
