2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2004 Holden Astra
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Venture and 2004 Holden Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Holden Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 356 kg more than 2004 Holden Astra. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Astra. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2004 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Venture | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
