1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 6 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 138 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Trans Sport | Carol |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 60.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2370 mm |