2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 471 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Venture | Rodius |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 342 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |