1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Ford Fairlane 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fairlane (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2005 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Fairlane (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Venture | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2920 mm |