2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 60 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 198 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Venture | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
