2006 Toyota Tazz vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz is newer by 9 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 13 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tazz. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Tazz | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tazz | Venture |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1810 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
