2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 123 kg more than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Venture | Maxima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 346 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |