1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 123 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2010 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Venture | Passat |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
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 | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |