2005 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Astro | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Astro | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |