1998 Ford Contour vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 15 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 10 more horse power than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 59 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
Because 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Contour | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4000 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
