2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 458 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350.
Because 2006 Ford E-350 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 2006 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Venture | E-350 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 132 L |