2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1995 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 14 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Venture weights approximately 233 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Venture. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1995 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Venture |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
