2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 236 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada.
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 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2002 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Venture | Verada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
