2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 324 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram 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 1998 Dodge Ram. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Venture | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2790 mm |
