1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 14 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 447 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Venture | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Venture | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1404 mm |
