1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2004 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2004 Dodge Stratus is newer by 5 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 36 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (147 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 359 kg more than 2004 Dodge Stratus. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2004 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Venture | Stratus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
