1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2008 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2008 Renault Scenic 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 22 more horse power than 2008 Renault Scenic. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 269 kg more than 2008 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2008 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Venture | Scenic |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
