2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition 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 2005 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Venture, 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Venture |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
