1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Scenic 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 Renault Scenic 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Venture | Scenic |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |