2005 Kia Picanto vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto. 2005 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Picanto | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Picanto | Venture |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1810 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
