1998 Ford Contour vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 153 kg more than 1998 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, 1999 Toyota Avensis (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Contour | Avensis |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |