1998 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
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, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. 2002 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport has manual transmission. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Trans Sport | Altima |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
