2008 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 8 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour.
Because 2008 BMW 320 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 2008 BMW 320. 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 (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 320 | Contour |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |