1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga 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 49 more horse power than 2010 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Venture | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
