2000 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Acura MDX (346 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (284 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 2005 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | Venture |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
