2009 Acura RL vs. 2000 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2000 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RL | Venture |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
