2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Trans Sport | Today |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |