1999 Ford Contour vs. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 12 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. Both 1999 Ford Contour and 2011 Chevrolet Nubira are equipped with a 1,989 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 188 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, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 2011 Chevrolet Nubira | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Contour | Nubira |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |