1999 Ford Contour vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 8 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour. 2007 Lancia Thesis 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. 2007 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Contour | Thesis |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |