2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (286 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Venture | CLS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 510 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |