Performance Wise, Already

[Stevarino8]

So when comparing the stock SVT Focus to the stock SVT Contour performance wise which is the better?

Parts wise the Focus has more availability, no?

I have the SVT Focus however I must admit the SVT Contour seems to have a better following amongst the owners. There must be a reason for that.

 

[Ryan]

I have never been in a FSVT, but I remember back when they came out this was a hot topic of debate. IMO, the cars were about equal stock v stock.

 

[LightningLou]

Pretty sure stock for stock the CSVT is just a bit quicker than the SVTF but not by much. The SVTF is definitely way more supported by the aftermarket industry, unfortunately.

 

[Stevarino8]

I guess the light weight of the Focus makes it competitive with the stronger V-6, I am pleasantly surprised. Once the extended warranty is up in April I will invest in a chip for my SVTF. In the meantime I will have to look for EAP seats and panels.

 

[4GTNSVT]

They are pretty close stock for stock the focus handles alot better but the contour is quicker in a drag race although not by much. Fastest time I ran in the contour was 15.5 @89. The fastest I ran in the Focus was 15.7@88.

 

[loc0gring0]

contour svt all the wayyyy!!!!! throw a $250 dollar 3l in it and be done.

 

[Stevarino8]

So with the extra weight of the three-liter Ford engine does it not throw off the handling of the SVTC? Do you do anything to compensate or it is not much of an issue?

 

[csvtjohnga]

Added weight of the 3L is not enough to make a difference. Buy a SVT Focus and throw in a fully built 3L, its doable.