2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 620 kg more than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (286 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Venture | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 215 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |