2002 Toyota Caldina vs. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1996 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Caldina | 1996 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Toyota | Venturi |
| Model | Caldina | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
