2003 BMW X Activity vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2003 BMW X Activity is newer by 3 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 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X Activity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X Activity (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X Activity weights approximately 382 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 2003 BMW X Activity 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, 2003 BMW X Activity 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, 2003 BMW X Activity (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X Activity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X Activity | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X Activity | Contour |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
