1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 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 124 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 780 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Venture | Panda |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |