1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 549 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trans Sport | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |
