2000 Ford Contour vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today 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 154 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 708 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Contour | Today |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |