2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 229 kg more than 1998 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 1998 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Venture (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup. 2005 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Venture will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Venture | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Venture | Pickup |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2960 mm |