2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 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 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (286 Nm). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Venture | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
