2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 17 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (440 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Venture | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |
