2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 1995 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Dodge Avenger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 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 Dodge Avenger (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 1995 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Avenger | Contour |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
