1999 Ford Contour vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour.
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 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour. 1998 Rover 75 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. 1998 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 1998 Rover 75 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Contour | 75 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |