2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 9 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 473 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.
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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1997 Ford Contour | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Five Hundred | Contour |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |