1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (213 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 108 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 Subaru Outback 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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Venture | Outback |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
