1999 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 60 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1998 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Venture |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
