2000 Ford Contour vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 4 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 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 53 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 22 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour.
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, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT 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. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Contour | GT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
