1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Venture |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |