1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 514 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cavalier | Venza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |
