2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus 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 16 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 422 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Venture | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
