2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 5 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 29 more horse power than 2005 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus. 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) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Venture | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
