2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 183 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Trans Sport | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |