1999 Ford Contour vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 337 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Contour | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
