1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 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 19 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 289 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Trans Sport | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2353 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
