2002 Mazda MPV vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MPV. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 79 kg more than 2010 Toyota Venza.
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, 2002 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda MPV | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MPV | Venza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
