1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is newer by 10 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 509 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Venture | 2008 Volkswagen Commercial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Venture | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3560 mm |
