1996 Toyota Venture vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Venture | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Venture | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
