2008 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 885 kg more than 1996 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (678 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayenne | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayenne | Venture |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
