2000 Ford Contour vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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 124 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 428 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Contour | Vitara |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |