2000 Ford Contour vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, both 2000 Ford Contour and 2000 Mitsubishi Verada were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 268 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.
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 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada 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 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Contour | Verada |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |