1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 70 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 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Trans Sport | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
