2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 409 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Venture | Terracan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |