2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2009 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (286 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2009 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Venture | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
