What kind of engine does a Ford Contour have?

The Ford Contour was available with different engine options depending on the trim level. The base GL and midlevel LX models were equipped with a 2.0-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine called the “Zetec,” which produced 125 horsepower. The sporty SE model came standard with a 2.5-liter DOHC V6 engine called the “Duratec,” which produced 170 horsepower. The SVT (Special Vehicle Team) version of the Contour featured an upgraded version of the 2.5-liter V6 engine, producing 195 horsepower (later increased to 200 horsepower in 1999) ).
Please note that the information provided is based on the available search results and may not include all possible engine options for the Ford Contour.

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What is a Ford 292 engine?
What replaced the Ford Contour?
What is the rarest Ford engine?
What was the last year they made the Ford Contour?
What car replaced the Ford Contour?
How do I know what engine is in my Ford?
Are Ford contours rare?
Why did Ford discontinue the Contour?
How fast can a Ford Contour go?
What engine is in a Ford Contour?

What is a Ford 292 engine?

The 292 in³ (4,778 cc) Y-Block was also introduced in 1955. The 292 shared the 3.3 in (83.82 mm) stroke of the 272 but with a larger 3.75 in (95.25 mm) bore. It was used in the Ford Thunderbird, 1959-60 Edsel, Mercury, and some high-end Ford cars.

What replaced the Ford Contour?

End of the Contour
In the Ford lineup, the Contour was replaced by the Ford Taurus SE (a Taurus trim line, which was introduced in 1998). Those looking for a mid-sized car tended to purchase the larger Ford Taurus, while those looking for a small sedan tended to purchase the Escort.

What is the rarest Ford engine?

The Ford 427 SOHC Cammer V8 is one of the rarest and most desirable big block V8 engines ever made. Unusually for an American V8 it has overhead cams rather than pushrods as it was built specifically for racing.

What was the last year they made the Ford Contour?

2000
With Ford deciding to cancel production of the Contour model for sale in the USA after the 2000 model year, 2000 became the final year for the SVT Contour. The car still enjoy enthusiast following today.

What car replaced the Ford Contour?

Ford Taurus SE
End of the Contour
In the Ford lineup, the Contour was replaced by the Ford Taurus SE (a Taurus trim line, which was introduced in 1998). Those looking for a mid-sized car tended to purchase the larger Ford Taurus, while those looking for a small sedan tended to purchase the Escort.

How do I know what engine is in my Ford?

You can find your vehicle’s engine size on your Window Sticker. It will be listed under “Vehicle Description” at the top of the window sticker. Ford replacement Window Stickers, also known as Monroney labels, for 2007 to current model years may be purchased from the Ford Show Parts website or by calling 1-800-367-3788.

Are Ford contours rare?

Today, the Contour is considered a rare and collectible car, with a small but dedicated fan base.

Why did Ford discontinue the Contour?

probably one of the most slept on all-around performance bargains of all time. Re: Why did Ford discontinue the Contours? It was because at the time, a fully loaded Contour/Mystique was almost as expensive as a moderately, but BIGGER Taurus/Sable.