2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Ford Contour | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Contour |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2710 mm |