2004 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2004 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 4,505 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1999 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture. 2004 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Cayenne | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayenne | Venture |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4505 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
