2002 Toyota Ipsum vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 2002 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. (158 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 638 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Because 1997 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Ipsum | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Toyota | Venturi |
| Model | Ipsum | 400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
