1999 Ford Contour vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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. 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 60 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 531 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Contour | Kyron |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |