1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 33 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Venture | Golf |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |