2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 415 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 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (459 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (286 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Venture | GL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 459 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |