1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 576 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Venture | Focus |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |