1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 12 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 35 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Venture | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
