2000 Ford Contour vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 288 kg more than 2012 Opel Agila. 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 (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Contour | Agila |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 41 L |
