1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 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 13 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Venture | C |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |