2000 Ford Contour vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1372 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 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Contour | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 129 L |
