2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 926 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Venture | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
