2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. 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 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Trans Sport | Grandis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2840 mm |