1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2003 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2003 Holden Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. 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 37 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Holden Zafira. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2003 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Trans Sport | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
