2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1387 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (447 Nm). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Venturi |
| Model | Express | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2500 mm |
