2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1999 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 181 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
Because 1999 Dodge Viper 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 1999 Dodge Viper. 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1999 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Venture | Viper |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 620 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2520 mm |