1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2004 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Aztek 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2004 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Aztek will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2004 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Venture | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
