2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1995 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Venture weights approximately 282 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 1995 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Sonata | Venture |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
