1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue 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 39 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (144 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 301 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Venture | Vue |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
