2000 Ford Contour vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback 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 35 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (166 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 167 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Contour | Outback |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
