2001 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 136 kg more than 2001 AC Aceca.
Because 2001 AC Aceca 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 2001 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 2004 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | Venture |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
