1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2009 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto 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 119 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 895 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 2009 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Venture | Picanto |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2380 mm |