1998 Ford Contour vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 14 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 108 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 356 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Contour | Logan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
