2007 Acura MDX vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura MDX | 1999 Ford Contour | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | MDX | Contour |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |