2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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, 2007 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 361 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (262 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Venture | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |
