2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 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 (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 208 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60. 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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Venture | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |