2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 716 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Venture | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
