2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 464 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 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, 2004 Ford F-150 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (398 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Trans Sport | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 4000 mm |
