2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2001 TVR Griffith
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport and 2001 TVR Griffith were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 620 kg more than 2001 TVR Griffith.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 TVR Griffith. 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 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Griffith 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 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Trans Sport | Griffith |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2290 mm |