2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 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 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Venture (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Venture | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Venture | 6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 181 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 - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |