Maybe an 02 Maxima? Would have more class but would still get smoked by your 3L Contour assuming your car is running properly. You won't be able to get a new car for 20K that would be anywhere close to a 3L Contour in power/weight. Maybe a slightly used SRT-4 but there is no class to be found there. If you are buying new and can increase your budget a little a Altima SE-R would be sweet, but once again will still get smoked by your 3L Contour or a certain 3L Mystique  The Maxima will have a nice pulling feeling and will probably trick your butt dyno anyway heh.
96 Mystique Black On Tan V6 MTX Port Matched 01 3L, 2.5L Cams, 2.5" Exhaust Optimized y-pipe, SVT clutch, Superchips, 3L split port LIM, SVT UIM, Intake, Mustang 65mm TB, MSDS Headers. Eibach Pro Kit, Torsen Diff., Ford Racing 17" Wheels.
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