2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z 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 135 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 718 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z 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, 2003 Honda Z 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Venture | Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |
