2002 Lada 117 vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 117 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Venza weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Lada 117. 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, 2009 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117. 2009 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada 117 has manual transmission. 2002 Lada 117 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 117 | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 117 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
