2008 Kia Picanto vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 11 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 412 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Picanto | Venture |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1810 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
