2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport and 2001 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 75 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.

Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 2001 Nissan X-Trail
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Trans Sport X-Trail
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 2184 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 183 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1760 kg
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2540 mm


 

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