2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 485 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II 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 1959 Jaguar MK II. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (286 Nm). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Venture | MK II |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2900 mm |