1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS.
Because 2000 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Lexus GS (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2000 Lexus GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Venture | GS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |