The names of Van and Minivan are very similar, and many users will confuse them. However, it should be noted that Van and Minivan have different functions and uses. Therefore, when choosing to buy a practical vehicle, users can understand the differences between them and make preparations for the purchase.
Van
Minivan
1. Definition
• Van is a vehicle mainly used to transport goods or passengers. Many express delivery companies choose to use typical Vans. It has a large enclosed cargo compartment that can load large items, including furniture, equipment, etc.
• Minivan is designed based on sedans and is mainly used for family travel. Therefore, it pays attention to the comfort of the interior, and has specially configured comfortable seats and convenience facilities. It is a small Van.
Eg: Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Pacifica,
2. Size and design
• Van is large in size and may be more than 6.1 meters (20 feet) in length. It is usually made of truck chassis and has a high roof, which can easily load goods and has good cargo space.
Eg: Ford Transit, Mercedes Sprinter
• Minivan is generally between 4.9 and 5.5 meters (16 and 18 feet) in length, built on a sedan platform, with a low body, and its cargo capacity can meet family use. The middle row of seats in the vehicle is equipped with independent seats. The vehicle can accommodate 7-8 people in total.
Eg: Honda Odyssey, Toyota Sienna
3. Purpose and Use
• Van is mainly used for commercial purposes and is widely used in various industries, such as commercial transportation of goods, express delivery, tool and material transportation of construction companies, food and cooking equipment transportation in the catering industry
• Minivan is biased towards family users, and is very suitable for picking up children from school and joining family outings. There is enough space to store strollers and other children's products.
4. Features
• Van interiors generally use practical decorations, equipped with removable seats, simple conveniences, sliding doors or traditional doors, which are mainly conducive to commercial type cargo transportation.
• Minivan is mainly convenient for family use, with double sliding doors, entertainment system, cup holders and storage boxes and other conveniences.
5. Drive system and efficiency
• Van is generally used to transport goods or passengers. In addition to its large size and heavy weight, its fuel efficiency is relatively low, so Van usually needs to be equipped with a more powerful engine.
Eg: Large vans may have a fuel consumption of about 10-15 miles per gallon (4.25-6.4 kilometers per liter) on urban roads.
• Minibus is based on the sedan platform design compared to van, with excellent balance of power and fuel economy, which is very suitable for daily commuting driving.
Eg: It can travel 20-25 miles per gallon (8.5-10.6 kilometers per liter) on urban roads and 25-30 miles per gallon (10.6-12.8 kilometers per liter) on highways.
If you want to transport a large amount of goods, you can choose Van. If you want to use it for family use, you can choose Minivan. No matter which one you choose, you need to understand the difference between Van and Minivan. If you want to purchase or upgrade the van seat and minivan seat in the vehicle interior, you can contact Xiamen Van Seat. We are a manufacturer specializing in Van and Van Seat. We have rich research experience in Van and Minivan. You can contact us and we will provide you with ideal seat solutions.