1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 7 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 3 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 41 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Venture | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3340 mm |
