1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Trans Sport | 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
