1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 102 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Venture | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |