2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Contour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2710 mm |
