1996 Ford Contour vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Contour weights approximately 132 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Contour | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Contour | Avanza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |