1998 Ford Contour vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 12 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 119 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
Because 2010 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 2010 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Contour | Hilux |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |