1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2004 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2004 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 6 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, 2004 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Dodge Intrepid.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2004 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Trans Sport | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |
