1998 Ford Contour vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 8 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 473 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.
Because 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Contour | Escape |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |