1998 Ford Contour vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 759 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Contour | Kyron |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |