2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Venture and 2004 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 931 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Venture | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 95 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 33 L |