1993 Ford Contour vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1473 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Contour | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3099 mm |
