2008 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Optra.
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, 2010 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Optra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Optra | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Optra | Venza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
