1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 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 107 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 715 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Trans Sport | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2210 mm |
