2000 Ford Contour vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 532 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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, 1998 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 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 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 1998 Honda Today. 1998 Honda Today 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. 1998 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Contour | Today |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
