2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto 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 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 98 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 525 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto. 2000 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Punto 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 | 2007 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Venture | Punto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 49 L |
