2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Sable 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 32 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 445 kg more than 2002 Mercury Sable. 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 (286 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Venture | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 246 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |