1994 Ford Contour vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Contour would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1994 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 738 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Contour | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Contour | Sienna |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |