1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1994 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Venture | G |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |