2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 840 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Express 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 2000 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2578 mm |
