2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 2 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 361 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 2005 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Venture | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
