2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. 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 Tahoe (414 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Venture | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
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 | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 414 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |