1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 10 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 328 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Venture | Sharan |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |