2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 9 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 58 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens. 2000 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Carens 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 | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Venture | Carens |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
