1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Venture | Thesis |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |