2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Trans Sport | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
