1999 Ford Contour vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 367 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.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Contour | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
