1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1998 Peugeot 806
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport and 1998 Peugeot 806 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 305 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 806. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 806. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot 806 has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot 806 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1998 Peugeot 806 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Trans Sport | 806 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1760 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |