1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2001 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 2 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 65 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Venture | S-10 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3130 mm |