2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 5 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 567 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour.
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, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 2005 Chrysler Voyager 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. 2005 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | Contour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |
