1995 Ford Contour vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Contour would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1995 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 113 kg more than 1995 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Contour | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Contour | Tundra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3270 mm |