2008 Honda Element vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Venture |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |