2000 Ford Contour vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1249 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 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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 2012 Cadillac Escalade. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Contour | Escalade |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 2667 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |