2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 58 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Ram 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 Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Contour |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5883 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 119.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 54 L |