1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Saturn L 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 48 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Saturn L. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Venture | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| 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 | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
