2000 Ford Contour vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 102 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, 2000 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Contour | Astra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |