2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 45 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Trans Sport | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
