1991 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (265 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
