1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 16 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 3 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 3 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Venture | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2857 mm |
