2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2011 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKZ 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 43 kg more than 2011 Lincoln MKZ.
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, 2011 Lincoln MKZ (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2011 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Venture | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
