2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 264 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (300 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Venture | Signum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2840 mm |
