2009 Dodge Avenger vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 2009 Dodge Avenger 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Avenger (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Avenger | 1998 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Avenger | Contour |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
