1995 Toyota Venture vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (138 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Venture weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Venture | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Venture | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
