2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 903 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (286 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Venture | Expedition |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 495 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 106 L |