1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1996 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Contour would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1996 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Contour. (180 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1996 Ford Contour | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Contour |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5698 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 180 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |