2006 Ford Territory vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 676 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, both vehicles can yield 380 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Territory | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |
