2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 210 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Trans Sport | Express |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3440 mm |
