2000 Ford Contour vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 269 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lincoln LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Contour | LS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
