2004 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-10 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2850 mm |
