2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 468 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Trans Sport | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3270 mm |
