2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 776 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 2010 Ford Expedition 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 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition 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 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Trans Sport | Expedition |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3023 mm |