2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (251 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 909 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (427 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (351 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | Routan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 251 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3078 mm |
