2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 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, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 600 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Venture | CR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
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 | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |