2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 74 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Venture | Quest |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |