1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 553 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Venture | R |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2987 cc |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3220 mm |