2000 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, both 2000 Audi A4 and 2000 Ford Contour were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 173 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.
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, 2000 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A4 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Contour |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |