2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Venture |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
