2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1246 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 2004 Ford Expedition 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 2004 Ford Expedition. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Expedition | Contour |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |