2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 86 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Venture | V70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |