1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 17 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 26 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
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, 2011 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Venture | Forte |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |