2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1994 Ford Contour
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Contour would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1994 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1994 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Contour |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
