2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 171 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour. 1999 Ford Contour has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Contour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Ford Contour | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Contour |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |