2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 256 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Trans Sport | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2650 mm |
