2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2006 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 2 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 665 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.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (530 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2006 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Venture | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
