2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage 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 60 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage 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, 2002 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Venture | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |