1993 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
Model | Trans Sport | CX-09 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5108 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1936 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1728 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2875 mm |