2007 BMW 116 vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 7 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 43 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 116 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 2007 BMW 116. 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, 2000 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116. 2000 Ford Contour has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Contour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 116 | Contour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
