2000 Ford Contour vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1070 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. 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 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Contour | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3645 mm |
