2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 924 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.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Venture | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 136 L |
