2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trans Sport | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2850 mm |
