2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2001 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport and 2001 Skoda Superb 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 70 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Superb. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 193 kg more than 2001 Skoda Superb. 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 2001 Skoda Superb. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Superb. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Superb. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Superb has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Superb 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 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Trans Sport | Superb |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
