2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 298 kg more than 1997 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Venture |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1810 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |
