2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 897 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 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (284 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Venture | Expedition |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |