1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 12 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 66 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 602 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Venture | Fit |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2499 mm |