2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2001 Nissan HyperMini
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan HyperMini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan HyperMini would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 461 kg more than 2001 Nissan HyperMini.
Because 2001 Nissan HyperMini 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 2001 Nissan HyperMini. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan HyperMini. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan HyperMini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2001 Nissan HyperMini | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Venture | HyperMini |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 2670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 1900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
