1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 49 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Venture.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Venture | Sharan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2919 mm |