1996 Toyota Venture vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 11 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 158 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.
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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Venture | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Venture | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |