1999 Ford Contour vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 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 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 4 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 69 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, 1999 Ford Contour (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Contour | i30 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
