1998 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 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 145 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. 2010 Mazda 5 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. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
| Model | Trans Sport | 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
