2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 745 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Trans Sport | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
