1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 13 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 245 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 2007 Fiat Croma 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. 2007 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Venture | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Venture | Croma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
