2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 78 kg more than 1998 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Transit Connect | Contour |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |