1993 Ford Contour vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,552 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 347 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Contour | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Contour | Microbus |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |