1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 357 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Venture | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
