1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 9 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, 2007 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2007 Ford Fusion 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, 2007 Ford Fusion 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Venture | Fusion |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |