1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture, 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Venture | Altezza |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |