1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Venture 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) has 8 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Canyon 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, 2005 GMC Canyon 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) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Venture | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
