2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 935 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 2008 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (286 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Venture | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
