2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 44 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Venture | Highlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 252 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |