1997 Ford Contour vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 57 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Contour | Hilux |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |