2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 12 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1997 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 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture. 2009 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Azera | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Azera | Venture |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1810 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
