1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2005 Isuzu KB 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu KB weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2005 Isuzu KB 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, 2005 Isuzu KB 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Venture | KB |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2998 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 265 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 | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
