2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Raider (319 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Raider 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 Raider | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Venture | Raider |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
