2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 298 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 2006 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350. 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-350 | Contour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 54 L |