2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 655 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 2002 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2002 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Venture | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
