2000 Ford Contour vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 11 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 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. 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 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Contour | Versa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2601 mm |
