1998 Ford Contour vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 10 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 599 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 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour. 2008 Honda Pilot 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. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Contour | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 77 L |
