2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2007 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Lexus SC 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Lexus SC.
Because 2007 Lexus SC 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 Lexus SC. 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 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Venture | 2007 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Venture | SC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
