2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 612 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 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Nitro | Contour |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |