2008 Audi S5 vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 is newer by 14 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 425 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.
Because 2008 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 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, 2008 Audi S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S5 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
