2006 Ford Explorer vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 12 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Because 2006 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Explorer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Explorer | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | Venture |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |