1996 Toyota Venture vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Venture | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Venture | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3270 mm |
