2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1994 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 121 kg more than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (198 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1994 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Venture | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
