1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
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 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Telstar | 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Telstar | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |