2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2009 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 5 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (299 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2009 Chrysler Aspen 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 2009 Chrysler Aspen. 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (330 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2009 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Venture | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
