2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 224 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (252 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Venture | Optima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 252 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |