2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 11 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. 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 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | Brilliance | Ford |
Model | BS4 | Contour |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |