1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Venture.
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, 2008 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Venture | Altima |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |