2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 682 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Venture | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
