1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 8 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 62 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (121 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 665 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2007 Mahindra Scorpio 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 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
Model | Venture | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |