1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 570 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 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 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Venture | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |