Hi Aaron;
We bought our Embark in late 2011 and at the time I was comparing between a Ventana, Seneca and Embark. Bunks were one of our primary requirements.
Last trip over the scales towing our CRV, front axle was 9,720lb and rear was 16,140lb with a toad weight of 3,960 with 4 bikes on the back. That's fully loaded for travel with full fresh water (100Gal)and fuel (100Gal).
It tows very well and I don't really feel the toad at all. No issues passing nor being passed by trucks, uphill nor down. I normally drive between 65 and 70. Very happy with the Freightliner M2 Chassis, although Jayco's build quality could be a bit better.
Last weekend I set up my F-150 to be towed, however, I've not yet towed it far enough to form an opinion. I'm bound to notice the extra 2,000lb.
Tom