1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 607. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607. 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Venture | 607 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
