1998 Lotus Emme vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Emme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Emme would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Emme. (260 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Emme.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus Emme. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1998 Lotus Emme (354 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus Emme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus Emme has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus Emme will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Emme | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Emme | Venza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 269 HP |
Torque | 354 Nm | 334 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |