2010 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 985 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 2010 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Passat |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6600 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2421 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |