1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 16 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Venture | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Venture | A |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 141 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 | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
