1998 Ford Contour vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Contour | Raider |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |
