2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 382 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer 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 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Trans Sport | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2870 mm |
