2000 Ford Contour vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner. 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 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner. (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 1995 Mitsubishi Space Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Contour | Space Runner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
