1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 100 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Trans Sport | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 1870 mm |