1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 570 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (138 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Trans Sport | RunX |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |