2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 6 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 120 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 1400. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Trans Sport | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2310 mm |
