2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot 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, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 264 kg more than 2011 Jeep Patriot. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot. 2005 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 2011 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2011 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Venture | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
