1997 Kia Retona vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1997 Kia Retona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Venture (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 530 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona 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, 1997 Kia Retona (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Retona | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Retona | Venture |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |