2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 131 kg more than 1999 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 (285 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Venture | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
