2000 Daewoo Musiro vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Musiro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Musiro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 667 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daewoo Musiro 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 2000 Daewoo Musiro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac 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, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. (145 Nm). This means 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Musiro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Musiro | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Daewoo | Pontiac |
| Model | Musiro | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |
