2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 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 4 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 451 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Venture | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
