2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (320 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (284 Nm). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Venture | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
