2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Contour |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 56 L |
