2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport and 2000 Kia Clarus were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 520 kg more than 2000 Kia Clarus. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Clarus has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Clarus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Trans Sport | Clarus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |