1999 Acura SLX vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura SLX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura SLX would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Acura SLX. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura SLX.
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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura SLX. (312 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura SLX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | SLX | Venza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 269 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2780 mm |
