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Ford Contour 2.0i 16V (132 Hp)
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Ford Contour:
The Ford Mondeo I is a mid-size car manufactured and marketed by Ford, beginning on 23 November 1992, with sales beginning on 22 March 1993. It is also known as the Mk I Mondeo; the 1996 facelift versions are usually designated Mk II. Available as a four-door saloon, a five-door hatchback, and a five-door estate, all models for the European market were produced at Ford's plant in the Belgian city of Genk.
Intended as a world car, it replaced the Ford Sierra in Europe, the Ford Telstar in a large portion of Asia and other markets, while the Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique replaced the Ford Tempo and Mercury Topaz in North America. Despite being billed as a world car, the only external items the Mondeo shared initially with the Contour were the windscreen, front windows, front mirrors and door handles. Thus, the CDW27 project turned out not to be a true world car in the sense that the original Ford Focus and newer Fords developed under the "One Ford" policy turned out to be. The first generation Mondeo was replaced in 2000, by the larger second generation; in the United States and Canada, the Contour/Mystique were replaced initially by the Focus and later the Fusion....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Contour Overview:
Ford Contour (Contour). With 174 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1320 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Ford Contour (Mondeo in Europe) received a 2.5-star rating out of a maximum of 4 stars in its 1997 Euro NCAP test, indicating average adult occupant protection for its time, with concerns noted for chest and leg protection.
2.0i 16V (132 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A modest improvement over the 125hp version, offering slightly better responsiveness and more confident acceleration for daily commuting.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy, making it an economical choice for city and suburban driving, especially compared to the V6.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Engaging driving dynamics, especially with V6 engines.
- • SVT model offers genuine sport sedan performance.
- • Comfortable interior for its class.
- • Good value on the used car market.
Cons:
- • Rear seat legroom is tight.
- • Some common reliability issues (e.g., automatic transmission, cooling system).
- • Interior quality can feel dated compared to rivals.
- • Fuel economy can be mediocre with V6 engines.
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Contour |
| Generation: | Contour |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0i 16V (132 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 2002 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 132 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 66.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 174 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Zetec |
| Engine displacement: | 1988 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.25 l |
| Coolant: | 8.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84.8 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.3 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10 kg/Hp, 100 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.6 kg/Nm, 131.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1320 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 480 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4658 mm mm |
| Width: | 1749 mm mm |
| Height: | 1374 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2704 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1503 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1487 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/70 R14 V |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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