1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 6 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 75 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 813 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (143 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Venture | Echo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 143 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2380 mm |