2005 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 50 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.
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 (180 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Contour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
