2006 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota 4Runner | 1996 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Toyota | Venturi |
| Model | 4Runner | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
