1995 Venturi Coupe vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 535 kg more than 1995 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1995 Venturi Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Highlander. 2011 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1995 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1995 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Venturi Coupe | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Venturi | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2789 mm |
