2003 Subaru Impreza vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 2003 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Impreza | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Venture |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
