2007 Ford Territory vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (244 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 806 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2007 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 2007 Ford Territory. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Territory | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
