2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2011 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 508 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 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
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 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (284 Nm). This means 2011 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2011 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Venture | 508 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2817 mm |
