2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 236 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (300 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Venture | Magna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
