2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2002 Ford F-150
To start off, 2002 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 325 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.
Because 2002 Ford F-150 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, 2002 Ford F-150 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, 2002 Ford F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 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 | 2002 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Trans Sport | F-150 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3050 mm |