1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 187 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Venture | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
