2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sephia II 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 76 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 631 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Venture | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
