2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life 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 138 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 956 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life 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, 1997 Honda Life 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Venture | Life |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 58 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2370 mm |