1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 13 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 9 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Venture | Orlando |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |