2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Trans Sport | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2690 mm |
