1998 Holden Commodore vs. 2000 Ford Contour

To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 362 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 1998 Holden Commodore 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 1998 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Holden Commodore 2000 Ford Contour
Make Holden Ford
Model Commodore Contour
Year Released 1998 2000
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 1989 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1248 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2710 mm


 

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