2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Venture |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
