1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 494 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
