2009 Kia Optima vs. 1995 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1995 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 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Optima | 1995 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Optima | Venture |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
