1999 Ford Contour vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 878 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Contour | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3350 mm |
