1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 449 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
| Model | Venture | H3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
