1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 10 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 15 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Venture | Caliber |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |