2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra (239 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 282 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. 2005 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Venture | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |
