2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2000 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 295 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, 2000 Dodge Durango (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2000 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Trans Sport | Durango |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |