2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 12 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 59 more horse power than 2012 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 559 kg more than 2012 Honda Stream. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Stream. 2000 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Stream 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 | 2012 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Venture | Stream |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94.4 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 | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
