2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 131 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Trans Sport | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3380 mm |
