2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 259 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Contour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6625 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
