2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1998 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1998 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Trans Sport | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2340 mm |
