1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 241 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Routan.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Tahoe | Routan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5698 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 352 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 2084 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3078 mm |