2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Venture | Leon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
