2009 Acura TL vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 13 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture.
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, 2009 Acura TL (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture. 2009 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Venture |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
