1994 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Escort | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Venza |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |