2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 175 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage 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 Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Venture |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
