2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 59 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 316 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Venture | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 177 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |