1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 10 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Venture | Xterra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |