1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 302 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 2000 Ford Contour has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Contour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | 400 R | Contour |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
