2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 72 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Venture | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Venture | Dakota |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 91 mm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |