Toyota Fortuner vs Ford Territory

In-depth comparison in South Africa covering price, performance, fuel efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership costs.

Toyota Fortuner in South Africa

Toyota Fortuner

ZAR 620,000 – 865,000
⚡ 110 hp
🔧 400 Nm
⛽ 13.2 km/l
VS
Ford Territory in South Africa

Ford Territory

ZAR 520,000 – 610,000
⚡ 140 hp
🔧 320 Nm
⛽ 13.5 km/l

Quick Winners

⚡ Performance Tie
⛽ Mileage Territory
🔑 Ownership Territory

Overall Comparison Score

🏆 Winner

Territory

68
out of 100
11
point lead
Moderate difference between the two models.

Fortuner

57
out of 100

Executive Summary

Territory has a slight advantage, but Fortuner remains highly competitive.

Key Differences At A Glance

Performance Equal
Efficiency Territory +8 pts
Safety Fortuner +2 pts
Practicality Territory +1 pts
Ownership Territory +4 pts

Category Score Breakdown

🏆 Overall Winner

Territory

Performance 13/20
Efficiency 8/20
Safety 18/20
Practicality 13/20
Ownership 16/20

Fortuner

Performance 13/20
Efficiency 0/20
Safety 20/20
Practicality 12/20
Ownership 12/20

Pros & Cons

Fortuner

Pros
  • Stronger safety package
Cons
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Less practical in daily usage
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best For: General Use
🏆 Overall Winner

Territory

Pros
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • More practical for daily use
  • Better long-term ownership value
Cons
  • Less comprehensive safety features
Best For: Fuel Efficiency Family Usage

Who Should Buy Which?

Fortuner

  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment

Territory

  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Full Specification Comparison

Specification Fortuner Territory
Ground Clearance 225 190
Wheelbase 2745 2716
Length 4795 4630
Width 1855 1935
Height 1835 1706
Kerb Weight 2010 1635
Gross Vehicle Weight 2735 2150
Seating Capacity 7 5
Boot Space 296 448
Towing Capacity 2800 1200
Specification Fortuner Territory
Engine 2.4L Turbo Diesel 1.8L Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Type Inline 4 Cylinder Turbocharged Inline 4 Turbocharged
Displacement 2393 1798
Cylinders 4 4
Valves per Cylinder 4 4
Power 110 140
Torque 400 320
Fuel System Common Rail Direct Injection Direct Injection
Top Speed 180 185
0-100 km/h 11.8 9.8

Final Verdict

🏆 Ford Territory wins this comparison with 68 points vs 57 points for Fortuner.

In structured scoring, Territory emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Fortuner may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on structured category scoring, Territory performs better overall in South Africa. However, final choice depends on driving priorities.

Fortuner scores 0 while Territory scores 8 in efficiency. Real-world mileage may vary based on driving conditions.

In safety scoring, Fortuner scores 20 and Territory scores 18. Both offer competitive safety packages in this segment.

Fortuner scores 12 versus Territory scoring 16. Warranty coverage and ownership value influence this result.

Practicality scoring gives Fortuner 12 and Territory 13, reflecting cabin space and usability.

Performance category shows Fortuner scoring 13 compared to Territory scoring 13, indicating stronger overtaking capability.

While resale depends on market demand, ownership and brand positioning suggest Territory may hold stronger long-term value.

Off-road suitability depends on drivetrain and ground clearance. Refer to the full specification comparison for detailed technical differences.

Efficiency and ownership categories influence running costs. Territory performs slightly stronger overall in structured scoring.

Value depends on feature set, performance and ownership coverage. Structured comparison gives Territory the overall advantage.

Detailed Comparison Analysis

The comparison between Fortuner and Territory in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Fortuner scores 13 vs 13.

Efficiency: Fortuner scores 0 vs 8.

Safety: Fortuner scores 20 vs 18.

Practicality: Fortuner scores 12 vs 13.

Ownership: Fortuner scores 12 vs 16.

Final structured scoring gives Territory the advantage in this comparison.