2004 Scion tC vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2004 Scion tC 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Scion tC.
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 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Scion tC | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | tC | Venture |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
