2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. 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, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Venture | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 69 L |