2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 168 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 1997 Ford Contour | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Highlander | Contour |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |