1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 11 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Venture | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1264 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |