1996 Ford Contour vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen AAC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Contour would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1996 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen AAC weights approximately 132 kg more than 1996 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Contour | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Contour | AAC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
