2000 Ford Contour vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Altima (170 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Altima weights approximately 161 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 Nissan Altima (237 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Contour | Altima |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
