1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1998 Saturn SL
To start off, 1998 Saturn SL 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 83 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 690 kg more than 1998 Saturn SL. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SL. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1998 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Venture | SL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
