2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Venture and 2005 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 80 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 344 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. 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) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Venture 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Venture Jetta
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3354 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 180 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 240 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.1 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1675 kg 1331 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 55 L


 

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