2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2000 Dodge Ram

To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Venture and 2000 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Dodge Ram.

Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (468 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. 2000 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Venture will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Venture 2000 Dodge Ram
Make Chevrolet Dodge
Model Venture Ram
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3354 cc 5900 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 0 HP
Torque 285 Nm 468 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 6 seats
Vehicle Weight 1675 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 6200 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3940 mm