2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 592 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 2005 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Contour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
