2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 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 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | Contour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1989 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |