2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 12 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 350 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.
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, 1994 Toyota Venture (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | A | Venture |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
