2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1167 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 433 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SSC Tuatara. 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 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 757 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2012 SSC Tuatara has manual transmission. 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SSC |
| Model | Trans Sport | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2667 mm |
