2009 Audi A5 vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 10 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A5 | Venture |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |