2000 Ford Contour vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 10 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 302 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 2010 BMW 328 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 2010 BMW 328. 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Contour | 328 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
