2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 737 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Contour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
