2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2005 Isuzu KB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Venture 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 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu KB weights approximately 64 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2005 Isuzu KB 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 2005 Isuzu KB. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Venture | KB |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1810 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
