1999 Ford Contour vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 88 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Contour | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
