2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1997 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 484 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1997 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avalanche | Venture |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
