2006 Toyota Camry vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 3,310 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Venture |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1812 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
