2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 246 kg more than 1996 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Venture | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
