2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 598 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer significantly more control. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Venture | Drifter |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 257 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |