2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 597 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Venture | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Venture | Express |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |