2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 212 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Avensis | Contour |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
