2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 363 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (340 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (286 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Venture | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
