2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 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. Both 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport and 2006 Chevrolet Equinox are equipped with a 3,350 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2006 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Trans Sport | Equinox |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |