2000 Ford Contour vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Colt 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 127 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 473 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 1999 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Contour | Colt |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
