2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens 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 (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Venture | Carens |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 162 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |