1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Venture | Camry |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |