2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (186 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Venture | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |