2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 296 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Venture | Frontier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 381 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2042 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |