2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 395 kg more than 1998 Toyota Previa. 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 (286 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Venture | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
