2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (200 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 282 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. 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 Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1999 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | Contour |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 56 L |
