2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Trans Sport | 605 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
