1998 Ford Contour vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 12 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 313 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 2010 Dodge Charger is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour. 2010 Dodge Charger 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. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Contour | Charger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
