2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 2,488 cc, 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 117 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
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, 2009 Mazda 6 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1999 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 6 | Contour |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1989 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
