2001 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Cirrus would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. (231 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Cirrus | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Cirrus | Venza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
