2000 Ford Contour vs. 2005 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 67 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.
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, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (184 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 2005 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Contour | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
