2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 537 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 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | E | Contour |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
