1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Venture | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3310 mm |
