1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2009 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Avenger is newer by 12 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 10 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2009 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Venture | Avenger |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |