2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 452 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trans Sport | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1404 mm |
