1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 15 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) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 133 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
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) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Venture | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| 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 | 165 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2707 mm |
