2000 Ford Contour vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 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 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 53 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 238 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Contour | 75 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
