2000 Ford Contour vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 845 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.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra 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 2006 GMC Sierra. 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Contour | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 2263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 98 L |
