1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 11 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 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 32 kg more than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Trans Sport | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2751 mm |