1999 Ford Contour vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 11 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 717 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.
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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour. 2010 Honda Pilot 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. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Contour | Pilot |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2774 mm |