1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 11 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 11 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 206 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Venture | Patriot |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1951 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |