1997 Ford Contour vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford Contour (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Contour | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
