2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
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 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Silvia. 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) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Silvia. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1998 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Trans Sport | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
