2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 142 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. 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, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser (271 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Panel Cruiser | Venza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2776 mm |
