1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 20 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (286 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trans Sport | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
