2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2000 Porsche 996

To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 635 kg more than 2000 Porsche 996.

Because 2000 Porsche 996 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, 2000 Porsche 996 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, 2000 Porsche 996 (357 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (286 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Venture 2000 Porsche 996
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Venture 996
Year Released 2004 2000
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3392 cc 3387 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 286 Nm 357 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2360 mm


 

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