2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 136 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Venture | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
