2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2007 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Impala (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Impala (294 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2007 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Venture | Impala |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
