2006 Ford Territory vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina

To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 3,983 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Territory weights approximately 353 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Territory. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Territory 1998 Toyota Caldina
Make Ford Toyota
Model Territory Caldina
Year Released 2006 1998
Body Type Crossover Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3983 cc 1998 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.3 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1362 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 60 L


 

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