2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 198 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Venture | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |