1998 Ford Contour vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 463 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (295 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Contour | Sienna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |