1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 4 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trans Sport | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2770 mm |
