1998 Ford Versailles vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Ford Versailles. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Versailles.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Versailles. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Versailles. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Versailles has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Versailles will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Versailles | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Versailles | Venza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2776 mm |