1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira.
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, 2008 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Venture | Zafira |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |