2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Venture | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
