2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 99 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Venture | Antara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 297 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |