1995 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Trans Sport | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
