2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 450 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Venture | Soul |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 48 L |