2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1119 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Contour |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 54 L |
