2007 Chevrolet Evanda vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Evanda is newer by 10 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Evanda. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Evanda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Evanda weights approximately 107 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Ford Contour (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Evanda. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Evanda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Evanda | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Evanda | Contour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
