1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 53 kg more than 2008 Volvo C70. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Venture | C70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
