1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 480 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Venture | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Venture | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2547 mm |
