2000 Ford Contour vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 71 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Contour | Fusion |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |