2000 Ford Contour vs. 2008 Acura CSX
To start off, 2008 Acura CSX is newer by 8 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 46 more horse power than 2008 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Acura CSX. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 2008 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Contour | CSX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
