2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 594 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 1996 Porsche 911 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 1996 Porsche 911. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Venture | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 650 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2280 mm |