1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 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 26 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Venture | 5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |