2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 103 kg more than 1996 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Freestar | Venture |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |