1996 Toyota Venture vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 14 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i20.
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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture. 2010 Hyundai i20 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. 2010 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Venture | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Venture | i20 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2525 mm |
