2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 72 kg more 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Venture | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 224 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |