2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman. 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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (286 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Venture | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
