2006 Ford Territory vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 111 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Territory | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3546 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
