1999 Toyota Venture vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 724 kg more than 1999 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture. 2010 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Venture | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Venture | MDX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
