2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Venture and 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 56 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 712 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo (320 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (286 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Venture | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |