2006 Ford Territory vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Previa 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 84 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Territory weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Territory is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Territory. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Territory | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 2358 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
