1998 Ford Contour vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 19 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 (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Contour | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1795 cc |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2600 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 | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
