2000 Chrysler LHS vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, both 2000 Chrysler LHS 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler LHS (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler LHS weights approximately 387 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 Chrysler LHS (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 2000 Chrysler LHS has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chrysler LHS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler LHS | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | LHS | Contour |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
