1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise 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 63 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 960 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Venture | Elise |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |