2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 711 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Venture | Jimny |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 104 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |