1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 3 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 366 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 495 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2000 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Venture | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
