already answered your first few questions why duratec is in svt. i would still have purchased the zetec if duratecs were same price and IF i planned to mod it (which i do). and if you want to see more than paper to prove it, go watch sleeper run, go watch the meguair's focus run, go watch the esslinger zx2 run,,, and there are many zx2,zx3,zx5s out there with turbos,etc. that can kill any contour. i think both engines are good and powerful, if you want to keep it stock or near stock, duratec is the way to go. if you want most n/a power zetec is way to go, and if you want a full out drag car w/ turbo,etc. zetec is way to go, especially over a svt (will save you money) IMO zetec = better for modding due to parts availability, proven power, and a few other reasons. now, why can't i mod my zetec and be proud of it? it seems on here, everybody thinks only a svt should be modded and be proud and fast.
