2006 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 13 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 78 kg more than 1993 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, 2006 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 1993 Ford Contour | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Contour |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |