1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 14 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Venture | Touran |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
