2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport (283 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Trans Sport | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2480 mm |