1999 Ford Contour vs. 1999 Skoda Felicia
To start off, both 1999 Ford Contour and 1999 Skoda Felicia were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 267 kg more than 1999 Skoda Felicia. 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, 1999 Ford Contour (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 1999 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Contour | Felicia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 175 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |