2000 Ford Contour vs. 2000 Isuzu Axiom
To start off, both 2000 Ford Contour and 2000 Isuzu Axiom were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Isuzu Axiom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Isuzu Axiom (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 482 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 2000 Isuzu Axiom 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, 2000 Isuzu Axiom 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 Isuzu Axiom (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 2000 Isuzu Axiom 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. 2000 Isuzu Axiom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 2000 Isuzu Axiom | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Contour | Axiom |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |