1998 Ford Contour vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 83 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Contour | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |