2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Venture (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6. 2000 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda 6 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 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Venture | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
