2006 Ford Territory vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 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, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (228 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 865 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Territory | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 2109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
