1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens 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 44 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens. 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, 2009 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2009 Kia Carens | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Venture | Carens |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |