2000 Ford Contour vs. 2001 Ford Extreme EX
To start off, 2001 Ford Extreme EX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Extreme EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 206 kg more than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Extreme EX 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, 2001 Ford Extreme EX 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, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (556 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Extreme EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 2001 Ford Extreme EX | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Contour | Extreme EX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
