2000 Ford Contour vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 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 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 86 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 438 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Morgan 44 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Contour | 44 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
