2009 Toyota Venza vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Venza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Venza would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Venza. 2009 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Venza | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Venza | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 79 L |