1998 Mazda MPV vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda MPV | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MPV | Venza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |