2000 Ford Contour vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Honda Legend 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 346 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, 2004 Honda Legend (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 2004 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 2004 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Contour | Legend |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |