2000 Ford Contour vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 963 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Contour | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 2381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
