2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B 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 (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 333 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Venture | B |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |
