1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 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 542 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Trans Sport | F-350 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 621 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 6240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3970 mm |