Contour Enthusiasts Group Archives Forums Branches E. Great Lakes FSVT vs CSVT (re: The 'Tour must go!)

After only a couple of drives in the Focus SVT I find it to be a really fun car to drive. It seems to be a bit more capable in the corners then the CSVT, but the contour rides and feels more refined. I think I'm just feeling the new to me car feel and the contour is just a little less harsh but just as sharp. but the ride of the focus is very sweet for a car with such a small wheelbase and just tight control.

I tell you i like the little things more though: the traction control and heated seats are great for winter driving, the stock HIDs and indigos, the autophile soundsystem is one of the best sounding factory gigs i've heard, especially for a car under $22k new. the build quality on the contour seems better as well. the plastic thingies (tirm ad such) in the focus look cleaner and nicer but are not as solid. i can't say i like the 6-disc changer either. it is interminally slow during disc changes and does not offer enough change in the dynamic range as i like. Other thing is the thing as just about as much usable interior space as the contour, a much heavier car. a good two or three inches of back seat leg room for sure.



overall, i wish i could keep both.