2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 8 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 237 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Venture | XTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2831 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |