2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
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 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 23 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Altezza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Trans Sport | Altezza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |