2006 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, 1997 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Contour |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1989 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
