1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 722 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Venture | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3310 mm |
