2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 304 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Venture |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |