1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Venture | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2735 mm |
