2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Venture |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |