1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada.
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 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Venture | Verada |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |