2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
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 Freestyle (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestyle | Venture |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1810 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
