2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 133 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Venture | Impala |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
