2004 Kia Rio vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2004 Kia Rio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio.
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, 2004 Kia Rio (141 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Rio | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Venture |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
