1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 9 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 7 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Venture | Sharan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |