2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 266 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (198 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Venture | Colt |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 198 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 69 L |