2000 Ford Contour vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 228 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.
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 Hyundai Sonata (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Contour | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
