1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 9 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 57 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2006 Isuzu KB 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 2006 Isuzu KB. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Venture | KB |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3060 mm |
