2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 6 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 510 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (286 Nm). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Venture | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 480 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2600 mm |