1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2002 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Maxima is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
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, 2002 Nissan Maxima (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2002 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Venture | Maxima |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |