2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Venture (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 428 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Venture | 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Venture | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |