1998 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 228 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | Trans Sport | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
