1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, 2005 Lexus LS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus LS 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 2005 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet 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, 2005 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 Lexus LS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Venture | LS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |