1996 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2010 Peugeot 4007
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 4007 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 4007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 4007 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 4007 should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Because 2010 Peugeot 4007 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 4007 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, 2010 Peugeot 4007 (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 4007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2010 Peugeot 4007 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Trans Sport | 4007 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
