2005 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1993 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Contour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
