2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 52 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 107 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Venture | Grandis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |