1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 11 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 49 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Trans Sport | Captiva |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |