2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1998 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Venture | 1998 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Venture | Durango |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 4702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |