1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 505 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Venture | Touareg |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |