1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 7 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 715 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Trans Sport | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2650 mm |
